Bowie, MD vs Naples, FL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Bowie
69.4
#1212 nationally
Naples
74.1
#639 nationally
Naples leads in crime level (3.1 vs 5.3). Naples leads in average commute (22.2 min vs 36.1 min). Bowie leads in cost of living index (134 vs 202).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bowie, MD | Naples, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.4 (#1212) | 74.1 (#639) |
| Population | 57,254 | 19,704 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $526,880 | $547,092 |
| Median Household Income | $138,797 | $135,657 |
| Average Commute | 36.1 min | 22.2 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 5.3 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 202 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+75.2 | R+33.1 |
D+
69.4 Score
Bowie, MD
Maryland community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$526,880
Population
57,254
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
25
Northeast
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74.1 Score
Naples, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$547,092
Population
19,704
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Southeast
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